Dachshund
Dachshund
VS
Toy Poodle
Toy Poodle

Dachshund vs Toy Poodle

Compare Dachshund and Toy Poodle side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dachshund
Toy Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 27 cm
24 – 27 cm
Weight
3 – 10 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny

Summary

About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
About Toy Poodle
Toy Poodles are the smallest Poodles, square and elegant with dense, curly, low‑shedding coats needing regular grooming. Lively, sensitive and highly trainable, they form close bonds, suit active indoor lifestyles, and, with good care, often live 14–16 years or more.

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